Discovery is offering a Financial Learning & Development Internship in Sandton, Gauteng. Graduates with finance, financial planning, economics or related qualifications can gain practical experience in research, financial education, content development and programme evaluation.
Discovery Financial Learning & Development Internship 2026
Discovery has opened an exciting internship opportunity for aspiring finance and financial education professionals who are looking to gain practical experience in South Africa’s financial services industry.
The Financial Learning & Development Internship is based in Sandton, Gauteng, and is offered through the Discovery Institute of Training. The opportunity is particularly suited to graduates who have completed a three-year diploma or undergraduate degree in financial planning, finance, financial management, economics, investment management, commerce or a closely related financial services field.
The internship provides an opportunity to move beyond academic theory and gain exposure to financial education, research, learning-content development, digital learning and programme evaluation in a professional corporate environment.
About Discovery
Discovery’s core purpose is centred on making people healthier while enhancing and protecting their lives. The company operates in a fast-paced environment that places strong emphasis on innovation, performance and positive social impact.
Through its various businesses and initiatives, Discovery works across the financial services and health sectors. The organisation seeks individuals who are self-driven, capable of learning quickly and aligned with its broader purpose.
For this internship, candidates will join the Discovery Institute of Training, which focuses on developing high-performing sales and distribution professionals by providing relevant knowledge, skills and behaviours. The institute develops training across Discovery’s product lines while also producing industry-related learning content.
About the Internship Role
The Financial Learning & Development Intern will support the Learning and Development team in researching, developing, reviewing and evaluating financial education content.
The role is designed around the idea that financial information should be understandable, practical and accessible. The intern will therefore help transform potentially complex financial concepts into learning experiences that can assist different audiences in making informed financial decisions.
The successful candidate may be exposed to areas such as personal finance, financial planning, digital learning, research, content development and programme evaluation.
Key Responsibilities
The intern will contribute to several stages of the financial education content-development process.
One important responsibility will be desktop research. The intern may research subjects including budgeting, saving, debt and credit, insurance, investing, retirement planning, financial risk and responsible financial decision-making.
Accuracy will be particularly important. Candidates will be expected to work with credible and current sources, record references correctly and fact-check financial information, calculations, statistics and examples before content is submitted for review.
The intern will also help turn research into practical educational material. This could include presentations, workbooks, facilitator guides, activities, case studies, campaigns, assessments, infographics and digital learning resources.
Another important component will be helping to establish clear learning outcomes and organising educational material into logical learning journeys.
The intern may also research the financial knowledge, behaviours, barriers and preferred learning approaches of specific target audiences. These findings can then be used to develop learner profiles, practical scenarios and content recommendations.
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Quality Assurance and Content Development
Because financial education requires a high level of accuracy, the intern will participate in quality assurance activities.
Responsibilities may include proofreading, source verification, document control, version control and checking content for clarity, consistency and accessibility.
The intern will also need to identify information that could be inaccurate, outdated, misleading, promotional or potentially interpreted as personal financial advice.
This means the role requires sound judgement and an understanding of the importance of objective, impartial and evidence-based financial education.
Research, Evaluation and Project Support
The internship also provides exposure to programme evaluation and data-related activities.
The intern may assist with collecting, organising and analysing participation, feedback and evaluation data. This information can help the Learning and Development team identify trends, lessons and opportunities to improve financial education initiatives.
The successful candidate may also help prepare reports, summaries and presentations covering activities, feedback and outcomes.
Project coordination will form another part of the experience. The intern may participate in meetings, maintain assigned actions, organise project information and help ensure allocated work is completed within agreed timelines.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
Applicants are expected to have completed a three-year diploma or undergraduate degree in one of the following areas:
- Financial Planning
- Finance
- Financial Management
- Economics
- Investment Management
- Commerce with a relevant major
- Another closely related financial services discipline
Candidates whose studies included areas such as personal financial planning, consumer finance, financial literacy, behavioural economics, research methodology, statistics or data analysis may have an advantage.
Importantly, formal work experience is not required for the internship. Academic projects, volunteering, tutoring, financial education activities, research, content development, data analysis or public engagement experience may strengthen an application.
Technical Skills
Candidates should have working knowledge of common Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
The role also requires the ability to conduct structured online research and assess whether information comes from credible sources.
Basic data-analysis or statistical skills would be advantageous. Experience with digital content tools, learning management platforms, design software or generative AI may also be beneficial.
Personal Attributes
Discovery is looking for candidates who can communicate financial concepts clearly and simply.
Strong written and verbal communication, research ability, analytical thinking, attention to detail and problem-solving skills are important for the role.
The ideal candidate should also demonstrate curiosity about personal finance, financial behaviour and learning. Good organisation, time management and prioritisation skills will be valuable, particularly when managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
Candidates should be comfortable working independently while also collaborating with Learning and Development specialists, instructional designers, financial education specialists, subject matter experts and other stakeholders.
A willingness to ask questions, receive feedback and escalate uncertainty is equally important because the role involves working with financial information where accuracy matters.
What the Internship Offers
The internship provides an opportunity for a graduate to gain practical experience in financial education and learning-content development.
Through the programme, the intern can gain exposure to personal financial planning concepts, the broader financial services industry, research, quality assurance, digital learning and programme evaluation.
The intern will also have the opportunity to receive guidance and mentorship from experienced Learning and Development and financial education professionals.
Participation in real financial education initiatives, campaigns and learning solutions can provide valuable experience for graduates seeking to establish careers in financial services, financial planning, education, research, learning design or related fields.
Specific Requirements
Applicants should carefully consider the specific requirements before applying. Candidates must reside in Gauteng and be able to commute to Discovery’s offices in Sandton.
Applicants must also meet any applicable internship-programme requirement concerning previous participation in an internship or graduate programme.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills are required.
Discovery states that its Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during recruitment. The company is also an equal-opportunity employer and encourages people with disabilities to apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the official Discovery vacancy and ensure that they meet the qualification, location and programme requirements before submitting an application.
The opportunity was listed on 1 September 2026, making it a timely option for eligible graduates seeking practical workplace exposure in the financial services sector.
Applications should be submitted through Discovery’s official careers platform, where candidates can review the vacancy details and complete the required application process.
For graduates interested in combining finance, financial education, research and learning development, this internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience while contributing to educational initiatives within a major South African financial services organisation.
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